Outdoors in Honolulu

Mānana Ridge Trail

Neal S. Blaisdell Park

Cycling & jogging paths as well as picnic sites in a grassy, shady space overlooking Pearl Harbor.

Koko Kai Beach Mini Park

Barbers Point Beach Park

Small sandy beach with a rocky waterline, picnic tables, restrooms & a view of the lighthouse.

Crouching Lion Trail

Short, steep climb through thick vegetation to a rock formation with views over Kahana Bay.

Mililani Dog Park

ʻAʻala Park

Kaneohe Sandbar

Raised strip exposed at low tide, drawing day charters for snorkeling, swimming & turtle spotting.

Waiau District Park

Ko Olina Marina

Haleʻiwa Beach

This sandy beach at the site of a former military rec center offers surfing & seasonal swimming.

Kaʻau Crater Trail

Steep jungle trail circling around a crater & past 3 waterfalls, with views of Honolulu & the ocean.

ʻEwa Mahiko District Park

Paradise Cove Public Beach

This small, sandy beach in a cove is lined with palm trees & offers swimming & sunbathing.

Swanzy Beach Park

Waʻahila Ridge State Recreation Area

Forested park along a ridge featuring hiking trails, picnic tables & scenic views of nearby valleys.

Kuliʻouʻou Beach Park

Ala Moana Beach

Tall palms dot this sandy beach with calm water for swimming, a relaxed atmosphere & sunset views.

Sunset Beach Park

Mākālei Beach Park

Oceanside park featuring a small beach used by surfers, plus a tree-shaded area with picnic tables.